DAILY PILE CROPPER MAINTENANCE

In order to ensure the pile cropper continues to function correctly and safely, it is imperative that daily inspections and maintenance are conducted prior to use.

Each cropper type will be delivered with a method statement giving details of correct use.

Daily checks as follows:

1. Ensure lifting chains/frames are correctly connected to cropper and inspection date is valid.
2. Check hydraulic hose integrity and ensure connections are leak free.
3. Check Kevlar hose shrouds are in good condition.
4. Inspect the cutting face of the jaws – check that wear is not excessive, if unsure, please contact APC to discuss
5. Re-grease moving parts using the identified grease points.
6. Test cropper on an excavator.

Australian Pile Croppers are committed to your safety. All pile croppers are delivered with fully certified lifting equipment . A copy of the ‘life’ certificate for the chains can be obtained on request from jim@australianpilecroppers.com.au

It is your responsibility to check chain certification date is valid and notify of pending re-inspection requirement. We will then arrange re-inspection as required.

It is also your responsibility to provide a suitably certified and correctly sized `D` shackle to secure the cropper to your excavator. As a standard we will deliver the cropper to site and hydraulically connect the cropper to the machine via quick release couplings and test the unit on a sample pile to ensure its suitability. Once the hire period is complete we will remove the quick release couplers and return the machine to its original state.

PILE CROPPER HIRE SPECIALISTS AIM TO CONCENTRATE ON PROVIDING YOU WITH A VERY PERSONAL SERVICE.

With our wide range of specialist cropping equipment designed and manufactured in the UK and is now available Australia wide.

Single Bar Cropper

150-200 Depth of
Cut (mm)

75 Blinding Cut
Depth (mm)

Dual Cropper

100-1000 Depth of
Cut (mm)

75 Blinding Cut
Depth (mm)

Multi Bar Cropper

150-200 Depth of
Cut (mm)

75 Blinding Cut
Depth (mm)

CFA Cropper

200-300 Depth of
Cut (mm)

75 Blinding Cut
Depth (mm)

Power Cropper

100-250 Depth of
Cut (mm)

75 Blinding Cut
Depth (mm)

Contig Cropper

100-300 Depth of
Cut (mm)

75 Blinding Cut
Depth (mm)

Quad Cropper

300 Depth of
Cut (mm)

100 Blinding Cut
Depth (mm)

Quad L Cropper

300 Depth of
Cut (mm)

100 Blinding Cut
Depth (mm)

Quad XL Cropper

300 Depth of
Cut (mm)

100 Blinding Cut
Depth (mm)

pre-cast piles

augured bonded piles

augured de-bonded piles

Do

✔ Ensure operatives have familiarised themselves with the cropper      being used

✔ Use a Banksman

✔ Ensure a Banksman and the excavator operator are
    fully conversant with standard hand signals

✔ Maintain visual and verbal contact with the
    Banksman at all times

✔ Maintain a safe exclusion zone whilst cropping

✔ Keep clear of all moving components

✔ Straighten bent Reinforcement before cropping

✔ Call APC if unsure or for advice

✔ Check all bolts, blades, hydraulic hoses and fittings
    for movement and tighten at least twice daily

✔ Load the grease nipples daily

✔ Check the hydraulic connections for leaks before and
    during use

✔ Check chains after every operation

✔ Wear adequate PPE